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Geniuses Born in 1717

The year 1717 was in the Age of Enlightenment, when reason, science, and individual rights transformed civilization.

2 Geniuses Born in 1717

Remarkable Minds of 1717

Jean le Rond d'Alembert
Science & Intellect · France
Born November 16, 1717 IQ 185
Johann Joachim Winckelmann
Science & Intellect · Margraviate of Brandenburg
Born December 9, 1717 IQ 165

About the Geniuses of 1717

The year 1717 gave the world 2 extraordinary minds across Science & Intellect. The year 1717 was in the Age of Enlightenment, when reason, science, and individual rights transformed civilization.

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Jean le Rond d'Alembert is among the most notable geniuses born in 1717, recognized for contributions to science & intellect.

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